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interest

[in-ter-ist, -trist] / ˈɪn tər ɪst, -trɪst /


NOUN
advantage
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK




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Investors will be keeping an eye this week on how the US Federal Reserve reacts to key consumer inflation data and its potential effect on interest rates.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Rising demand for agricultural loans, extensions and renewals can boost revenue from interest for lenders.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

"In public responsibilities as well as in the trials of national life, there are times when the interest of the country commands to prioritise integrity, discernment and sense of duty," he added.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

This was starting to look like a conflict of interest, analysts said.

From MarketWatch • May 25, 2026

“All right, Mrs. Penworthy,” Lord Fredrick said, feigning interest, “you’ve some experience taking care of babies, I expect? Heaven knows I don’t.”

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood




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